The bill proposes revisions to the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act in Montana, specifically by removing certain exclusions and provisions. Notably, it eliminates the exclusion for occupancy conditional on employment on the premises, which previously allowed landlords to exempt certain employee arrangements from the act's regulations. Additionally, the bill removes provisions related to the sale of abandoned personal property, streamlining the process for landlords when dealing with abandoned items left by tenants.

Furthermore, the bill amends sections 70-24-104 and 70-24-430 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to clarify the definitions and procedures regarding abandoned personal property. It establishes that landlords may dispose of abandoned property after providing written notice to tenants and outlines the responsibilities of landlords in storing and managing such property. The bill also includes a new section that states the act will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-24-104, 70-24-430